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High-speed SAR ADC data acquisition system has programmable, bipolar input ranges

The Texas Instruments ADS8691, ADS8695, and ADS8699 devices belong to a family of integrated data acquisition system based on a SAR ADC. The devices feature a high-speed, high-precision SAR ADC, integrated AFE input driver circuit, overvolt

Texas Instruments | 05-01-2017

Programmable power device is both programmable AC source and measurement tool

The BK9803 from B&K Precision, and available from Farnell element14, is a 9800 series programmable AC power source. This fully programmable linear AC source delivers a maximum of 750VA through the universal line output terminals on the

Farnell element14 | 05-01-2017

Triacs designed for applications including AC mains and appliances

Available now from Digi-Key, STMicroelectronics' triacs are used to control AC mains applications. They can be used as simple on/off switches, to replace electromechanical relays while providing a higher degree of flexibility (through elect

Digikey | 04-01-2017

Synchronous rectifier controller for switch mode power supplies

ON Semiconductor's NCP43080, now available from Digi-Key, is a synchronous rectifier controller for switch mode power supplies. The controller enables high efficiency designs for flyback, quasi-resonant flyback, and LLC topologies. External

Digikey | 03-01-2017

Fully differential amplifier offers an easy interface

The Texas Instruments THS4552 fully differential amplifier offers an easy interface from single-ended sources to the differential output required by high-precision ADCs. Designed for exceptional dc accuracy, low noise, and robust capacitive

Texas Instruments | 03-01-2017

Half-brick converters deliver stable, safe and efficient power

Dengrove Electronic Components has extended its portfolio of EN50155-compliant DC-DC converters by introducing the RECOM RPA120H-RW, which delivers up to 120W in the industry-standard half-brick footprint of 61mm x 57.9mm. In addition t

Dengrove | 03-01-2017

Small size, high reliability, high density mono block converters

Mouser is now stocking the MYMGK mono block type DC-DC converters from Murata Power Solutions. These new 20A and 6A voltage converters are claimed to provide the highest power density on the market while offering small size and high reliabi

Mouser Electronics | 30-12-2016

Automotive four-channel class-D amp with load dump protection

Texas Instruments’ TAS5414C is a four-channel Class-D audio amplifier designed for use in automotive head units and external amplifier modules. It provides four channels at 23W continuously into 4ohm at less than 1% THD+N from a 14.4V suppl

Texas Instruments | 30-12-2016

Switching regulators developed specifically for supplying microprocessors

RECOM’s new R420-1.8/PL switching regulators were developed specifically for supplying microprocessors from 4-20mA loop. Characteristics of the flat module include extremely low idle power along with high efficiency. The venerable analo

Recom International | 30-12-2016

XP Power – Encapsulated modules in an ultra-compact footprint

XP Power’s ECE80 series of 80W single output AC/DC encapsulated power supply modules has high efficiency and a low no load input power. The modules are perfect for customers requiring an encapsulated AC/DC power solution in an ultra-compact

XP | 30-12-2016

Option for high-voltage applications requiring medium surge capability

The CG4 series GDT is the first high-voltage, surface-mount gas discharge tube (GDT) from Littelfuse with two squared terminals, that is capable of withstanding surge currents of 3kA at 8/20µs in a small form factor. The series, two-termina

Digikey | 20-12-2016

Ultra-compact open frame power supplies for industrial systems and smart home devices

CUI PBO-3 3W and PBO-5 5W ultra-compact open frame AC/DC power supplies, stocked by Mouser, offer 80% typical efficiency and a wide input voltage range of 85VAC to 264VAC or 70VAC to 400VDC for high voltage DC-DC systems. These ultra-compac

Mouser Electronics | 16-12-2016

High reliability, low drive single-pole relay for multiple applications

Stocked by Digi-Key, IXYS' CPC2907B is a dual, normally open (1-Form-A), solid-state relay that comprises two independent, optically coupled MOSFET switches. The combination of highly efficient LEDs and photovoltaic die makes an input to ou

Digikey | 16-12-2016

New heights for power handling and thermal management

Ericsson has launched a low-profile, 450W DC-DC converter module that is designed to deliver a tightly regulated 12V output voltage at up to 37.5A to point-of-load (POL) DC-DC converters. Offered in a five-pin 1/8-brick footprint, compatibl

Ericsson Power Modules | 16-12-2016

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